Yucheng Hang

Graduate alumna

Web and Interactive Media Design | Storrs

Hometown: Yangzhou, China

Education:

M.F.A. in Digital Media & Design, University of Connecticut, 2021

B.E. in Digital Media Technology, Nanjing University of Posts and Telecommunications, 2019

M.F.A. Thesis Exhibition Work: CyberTown (2021), Interactive UI/UX

Area of Research / Artistic Focus: Motion Design & Animation, Web & Interactive Media Design, Digital Film / Video Production; UI/UX Design Visual Design

As a UX and visual designer, Yucheng Hang focuses on creating digital experiences that positively impact people. She believes in working interdisciplinarily and collaboratively. With a background in graphic design, programming and video production, her strength and passion lies in creating products that not only adopt innovative technologies but also reflect humanity and social care. Yucheng was a graduate research assistant at the Innovation Partnership Building where she solved design challenges for this cutting-edge research facility.

Recent Achievements: National China College Students’ Computer Design Competition Awards (2018)

Silver Award of Provincial China College Students’ Entrepreneurship Competition (2018)

NUPT-NYIT Student Showcase (2017 & 2016)

Fun Fact: I enjoy adventure and trying something new!